John ruskin (also in this gallery) admired prout’s strength as a draftsman. Like the topographical watercolorists of the 18th century, prout emphasized form over color in his watercolors, as is evident in the monochromatic, delicate english views in this sketchbook. Date: 1814. Place of creation: England, 19th century. Dimensions: Each page: 13.5 x 23.4 cm (5 5/16 x 9 3/16 in.). Medium: brown wash, graphite. Collection: Cleveland Museum of Art. Samuel Prout - Sketchbook- Eildon Hills - 1954.648.e - Cleveland Museum of Art
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